Professor in Education

Xi'an Jiaotong - Liverpool University – Academy of Future Education

School: Academy of Future Education

Department: Department of Educational Studies

Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended

ABOUT ACADEMY OF FUTURE EDUCATION (AOFE)

The Academy of Future Education of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is an educational innovation ecosystem that focuses on research, exploration, support, and dissemination of philosophy and best practices for future education. The core mission of the Academy is to impact education innovation and reform in China and beyond through a variety of projects and programmes, based on fundamental approaches in educational innovation and systemic development designed to contribute to the future of education. The Academy supports individuals and institutions at all levels, including all the K-15 schools as well as vocational education and higher education institutions.

Four units make up the Academy, namely the Department of Educational Studies (EDS), Institute of Leadership & Education Advanced Development (ILEAD), and Educational Development Unit (EDU), Learning Institute for Future Excellence (LIFE). Key projects of the Academy include the following programmes:

• Master’s and doctoral degree programmes in education
• Research projects on future education
• Education innovation community
• Professional development programmes for educational practitioners
• Student learning excellence support programmes
• Online-onsite hybrid learning environment and resources

AoFE's Six Strategic Research Foci:

• Life-long education and professional development
• Child development and family education
• Student-centered education and educational experiences
• Managing and leading change towards future education
• Technology-driven education innovation
• Cooperative and work-intergrated education

The Department of Educational Studies (EDS), where this position is located, is guided by a vision to become a globalized education hub cultivating future educators through student-centred, research-led, and innovative experiences in the syntegrative educational environment. The Department now has 25+ faculty examining a broad array of educational issues, such as life-long education and professional development; student-centred education and educational experience; technology-enhanced education; education management and leadership; child development and family education; and other relevant areas. EDS also delivers an extensive range of postgraduate modules forming three Master’s programs: MA Global Education, MA Child Development and Family Education, and MSc Digital Education. In addition, the Department recently launched a new Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programme. Through teaching, research, and public engagement, the academic staff are an integral part of an educational innovation ecosystem that focuses on research, exploration, support, and dissemination of philosophy and best practices for future education.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Applications are invited for the Professor position in a variety of disciplinary topics relevant to the Department of Educational Studies’ research and programme portfolio described above and on the AoFE website.

Priority will be given to candidates who demonstrate the academic leadership, strategic vision, and professional standing required to contribute to, and potentially assume, the role of Doctor of Education (EdD) Programme Director.

The successful candidate is expected to play a leading role in teaching, research, and academic leadership across the Department and the Academy of Future Education, contributing to the development of a distinctive, future-oriented education ecosystem.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCES

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Applicants with a terminal degree (e.g., PhD, EdD) from a wide range of areas related to future education perspectives (or who are in the final stages of completing a terminal degree), especially in those areas in the above “Roles and Responsibilities” section, are welcome.
• Fluent in English and the ability to effectively deliver postgraduate-level modules in English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) context, particularly on Master's and doctoral degree programmes.
• Teaching experience at the postgraduate level, particularly on Master's degree programmes.
• Able to work in a diverse and dynamic environment where cross-team or inter-/intra- department collaboration is encouraged.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• A track record of teaching and research in the priority areas listed above, and/or other relevant fields with a future education perspective.
• Experiences in innovative teaching and curriculum development.
• Administrative and leadership experiences in K-15 schools, international schools, vocational education, higher education, international development organizations, or educational industry/enterprises contexts.
• Existing connections with scholars and practitioners in the field, including international networks, and/or the interest in building such networks.
• Successful record of research funding in the field.
• Experience in supervision of doctoral and Master’s students in education or closely related fields is desired.
• A track record in designing and delivering education programmes, executive coaching, academic supervision, and management consulting for educational institutions and practitioners.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: Competitive salary in the market

BENEFITS (listed: allowances, insurance, holidays, visa support)

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application on our university website. Click Apply button to access. Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:

• A cover letter
• A current CV, including country of citizenship, and highest degree level
• Contact Details for Three References

For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email the Acting Head, Department of Educational Studies, Dr. Na Li at Na.Li@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to HR at jia.xu@xjtlu.edu.cn.